Egypt · Archaeology

5-Hour Saqqara History Tour with the Step Pyramid of Djoser

5 Hours Round trip from Saqqarah Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the ancient necropolis of Saqqara, the burial ground of Memphis
02 Check out the first pyramid in Egypt, the Step Pyramid of Djoser
03 Learn about Imhotep, the architect behind the Step Pyramid complex
04 Visit the Mastaba of Kagemni and discover its historical significance
05 Browse a handmade carpet market and try local Egyptian food

Explore the ancient necropolis of Saqqara and the former capital of Memphis on this 5-hour tour in Egypt. Visit the complex of the first pyramid in Egypt, the Step Pyramid of Djoser, and learn about its history as well as the architect who designed it, Imhotep. Also check out the Mastaba of Kagemni and discover its historical significance with your tour guide. Along the way, visit a handmade carpet market and try local Egyptian food at a restaurant.

Travel to the pyramid complex and check out the first step pyramid of Egypt, the Pyramid of Djoser.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Saqqara, Memphis

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Saqqara Necropolis and Step Pyramid Tour

Meet your tour guide and drive to Saqqara, the necropolis of Memphis.
Travel to the pyramid complex and check out the first step pyramid of Egypt, the Pyramid of Djoser.
Learn about the history of the pyramid complex and get to know the architect of the step pyramid, Imhotep.
Check out the Mastaba of Kagemni and learn about its historical significance.
Visit a handmade carpet market.
Try local Egyptian food at a restaurant.
Travel back to your hotel after the tour.